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Wirral Takes Cautious Step on £22.6m Waterfront Plan
Wirral Council is increasing upfront spending on surveys for its £22.6m Birkenhead waterfront plan to prevent a repeat of costly overruns seen on other projects.
Robert Shaw
Robert Shaw is the Public Affairs Correspondent for Liverpool News Today. He reports on local government, public policy, and urban development, focusing on how council decisions impact communities across the Liverpool City Region.
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Wirral Flag Dispute: Councillor Cites Fear Over Public Displays
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Wirral School to Receive £1.1M for New Football Facility
Clare Mount Specialist Sports College in Wirral is set for a £1.1 million investment to build a new 3G football pitch, addressing a major facility shortage.
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Liverpool Council to Invest Millions in Public Services
Liverpool City Council will vote on a capital programme that includes a £7.3m plan to renovate 365 empty homes and millions more for leisure centres and parks.